Understanding Argument Vocabulary Terms

What does "reasoning" mean in an argument?

• Drawing a conclusion based on evidence

• Refuting a counterargument

• Using emotional appeal to persuade

• Introducing a new topic

What is "evidence" in an argument?

• A statement that contradicts the main claim

• Information or facts that support a claim

• A summary of the argument

• A question that challenges the reasoning

What is a "sub-claim" in an argument?

• A minor point supporting the main claim

• A counterargument to the main claim

• A conclusion from evidence

• A transition between paragraphs

What is a "claim" in an argument?

• A statement providing evidence for a conclusion

• A statement asserting a point or belief

• A question challenging an argument

• A summary of main points

What does "logical" mean in an argument?

• Based on emotion

• Consistent with reasoning

• Contradictory to the claim

• Irrelevant to the argument

What is a "counterargument"?

• An argument that supports the main claim

• An argument that opposes the main claim

• A conclusion that follows from the reasoning

• A transition between different points

What is "coherence" in an argument?

• The logical connection and consistency between parts of an argument

• The emotional appeal used to persuade the audience

• The introduction of new evidence

• The repetition of key points

What is a "transition" in an argument?

• Introduces a new claim

• Connects different ideas

• Summarizes the evidence

• Refutes a counterargument

What is "refutation"?

• Providing evidence for a claim

• Disproving a counterargument

• Introducing a new claim

• Concluding an argument

What does "conclusion" mean in an argument?

• The final statement that summarizes the argument

• The first statement that introduces the claim

• A question that challenges the evidence

• A transition between sub-claims